W. P. Carey

W. P. Carey Inc. is a prominent real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the ownership of operationally-critical commercial properties. The company boasts a diverse portfolio of approximately 1,215 net lease properties, covering around 142 million square feet, primarily located in the United States, Northern Europe, and Western Europe. Established in 1973, W. P. Carey focuses on long-term net leases with creditworthy tenants across various sectors, including industrial, warehouse, office, retail, and self-storage properties. The company emphasizes stability by structuring leases with built-in rent escalators, which contribute to consistent cash flows. Its operations are divided into Real Estate and Investment Management segments, with the majority of revenue generated from the Real Estate division. W. P. Carey has a long-standing history of delivering reliable dividend income to investors, underscoring its commitment to sound financial practices and strategic growth within the net lease market.